SDHC Housing Rehabilitation Program, Home Repair Grant

San Diego Housing Commission (SDHC)

Available Home Repair

About This Program

SDHC Housing Rehabilitation Program, Home Repair Grant is available to homeowners in San Diego, CA.

The San Diego Housing Commission administers a Housing Rehabilitation Program that provides grants and deferred loans to low-income homeowners within the City of San Diego to correct health, safety, and code violations. Eligible repairs include roofing, electrical, plumbing, structural, and accessibility modifications. Priority is given to elderly and disabled residents.

Income must be at or below 80% AMI for the City of San Diego; property must be owner-occupied within city limits

Official source site checked live on 2026-06-22.

Data last verified 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.

In San Diego, CA, you can combine this program with other local help to cut your cost:

Key Details

  • Must be owner-occupant within City of San Diego limits
  • Income at or below 80% Area Median Income (AMI)
  • Covers health, safety, and code violations
  • Priority for elderly and disabled homeowners
  • Contact SDHC directly, funding cycles periodically open and close

How to Apply

A grant-savvy contractor in San Diego, CA can handle the paperwork, inspections, and timelines so your funding releases on schedule. Getting matched is free.

You will likely need a contractor to apply

Projects like this almost always need a licensed contractor, and many grants ask for a written estimate as part of your application. Lining up a contractor in San Diego early keeps your application moving.

Get matched with a contractor

This program is usually a forgivable loan: you owe nothing if you stay in the home for the set period, but it may place a lien on the property until then.

Each program sets its own contractor rules. Check the official program page for exact requirements.

Your application paperwork

Documents you will likely need

  • Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
  • A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
  • Household income proof (recent pay stubs, last year's tax return, or benefit award letters for everyone in the home).
  • Documentation of disability (award letter or a physician's statement) if the program is disability-based.
  • A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
  • Photos of the problem area or the work to be done.
  • The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).

Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules on the official program page. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.

Deadline: Rolling, contact SDHC for current funding availability

Questions about this program?

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Frequently asked questions

How much can SDHC Housing Rehabilitation Program, Home Repair Grant provide in San Diego, CA?

Up to $15,000 grant for emergency/accessibility repairs.

Who qualifies for SDHC Housing Rehabilitation Program, Home Repair Grant in San Diego?

SDHC Housing Rehabilitation Program, Home Repair Grant is open to homeowners in San Diego, CA. It prioritizes low-income households. It serves seniors.

How do I apply for SDHC Housing Rehabilitation Program, Home Repair Grant in San Diego, CA?

Apply directly with San Diego Housing Commission (SDHC) using the official program link on this page or call (619) 578-7788. There is no middleman and no fee.

Need a Contractor for This Grant?

Grant-approved contractors understand the documentation, inspections, and timelines, so your funding releases on schedule.

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